Bisexual Therapists in New York, NY
My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment for folks to explore their gender and sexuality. Maybe you identify as queer, bi, lesbian, gay, pan, ace, trans, nonbinary, agender, poly, kinky, something else, all of the above, or nothing at all. You deserve to have a space where you can learn more about the different parts of yourself without judgment or pressure. As a queer person who has sought out therapy myself, I know how challenging it can be to find an affirming therapist. Even if your identity isn’t central to your therapy goals, I will always aim to honor and validate every part of your identity in our work.
My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment for folks to explore their gender and sexuality. Maybe you identify as queer, bi, lesbian, gay, pan, ace, trans, nonbinary, agender, poly, kinky, something else, all of the above, or nothing at all. You deserve to have a space where you can learn more about the different parts of yourself without judgment or pressure. As a queer person who has sought out therapy myself, I know how challenging it can be to find an affirming therapist. Even if your identity isn’t central to your therapy goals, I will always aim to honor and validate every part of your identity in our work.
I am a psychotherapist passionate about providing individualized care to adolescents, adults, and couples. I believe therapy should feel safe and be a space where you can explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and concerns relating to race/ethnicity/intersectionality.
I am a psychotherapist passionate about providing individualized care to adolescents, adults, and couples. I believe therapy should feel safe and be a space where you can explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and concerns relating to race/ethnicity/intersectionality.
My goal is to help you create deeper wells of safety, strength, and joy through non-judgmental understanding of yourself and your environments, and exploring new patterns, experiences, and meanings. This can support you in changing, coping, and thriving where you want to. I approach my work with humility, respect, and a genuine desire to connect. I see therapy as a way to help ourselves navigate the complex web of personal, social, and relational dynamics that shape our lives. These dynamics can be helpful and harmful, and are often interlocking and rooted in ways we have learned to keep ourselves safe and find our joy.
My goal is to help you create deeper wells of safety, strength, and joy through non-judgmental understanding of yourself and your environments, and exploring new patterns, experiences, and meanings. This can support you in changing, coping, and thriving where you want to. I approach my work with humility, respect, and a genuine desire to connect. I see therapy as a way to help ourselves navigate the complex web of personal, social, and relational dynamics that shape our lives. These dynamics can be helpful and harmful, and are often interlocking and rooted in ways we have learned to keep ourselves safe and find our joy.
I enjoy working with clients around themes of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, anger management, relationship/couples therapy, LGBT concerns, polyamory, kink/bdsm concerns, transgender and non-binary concerns, and codependency. I am licensed in California, New York and Washington States, as well as having the Florida Telehealth registration. I am passionate about social justice causes in both my professional and volunteer pursuits.
I enjoy working with clients around themes of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, anger management, relationship/couples therapy, LGBT concerns, polyamory, kink/bdsm concerns, transgender and non-binary concerns, and codependency. I am licensed in California, New York and Washington States, as well as having the Florida Telehealth registration. I am passionate about social justice causes in both my professional and volunteer pursuits.
I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and encouraging environment to assist individuals through whatever difficulties they may be confronting. Together we will collaboratively explore tools and strategies that will help you feel better about yourself, have better relationships, and experience more joy. I am a bilingual, bicultural/mixed-race, queer Afro-Latina cis-woman. In my practice, I use evidence-informed techniques through a social justice lens.
I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and encouraging environment to assist individuals through whatever difficulties they may be confronting. Together we will collaboratively explore tools and strategies that will help you feel better about yourself, have better relationships, and experience more joy. I am a bilingual, bicultural/mixed-race, queer Afro-Latina cis-woman. In my practice, I use evidence-informed techniques through a social justice lens.
I believe everyone has a time in their life when they could benefit from additional support. When facing life's challenges, it is helpful to know that there is a place you can turn to for help and guidance. I understand finding a therapist can be anxiety inducing, rest assured I provide a comfortable space that is safe, accepting and judgement free. This and my authentic and empathetic therapeutic style create the ideal conditions for exploration and growth. I welcome all sexual and gender identities with unconditional acceptance of you being your authentic self.
I believe everyone has a time in their life when they could benefit from additional support. When facing life's challenges, it is helpful to know that there is a place you can turn to for help and guidance. I understand finding a therapist can be anxiety inducing, rest assured I provide a comfortable space that is safe, accepting and judgement free. This and my authentic and empathetic therapeutic style create the ideal conditions for exploration and growth. I welcome all sexual and gender identities with unconditional acceptance of you being your authentic self.
The collaborative process is fundamental to effective psychotherapy; It is the essence of how therapist and client do constructive and positive work. In my practice, I partner with my clients, and together we explore aspects of their identity to construct a narrative that reflects past experience and future possibility. The goal is to lead to change that is meaningful for them.
The collaborative process is fundamental to effective psychotherapy; It is the essence of how therapist and client do constructive and positive work. In my practice, I partner with my clients, and together we explore aspects of their identity to construct a narrative that reflects past experience and future possibility. The goal is to lead to change that is meaningful for them.
Are you a gay, bisexual, or queer-identified man who is feeling overwhelmed by questions around identity, your position or direction in life, or how to form meaningful and fulfilling connections with others?
My therapeutic style is is rooted in a relational and psychodynamic perspective. Through empathy and radical acceptance, I strive to reduce shame and boost your self-esteem by normalizing your experiences and maintaining hope and confidence in your progress until you can see and believe it for yourself.
Are you a gay, bisexual, or queer-identified man who is feeling overwhelmed by questions around identity, your position or direction in life, or how to form meaningful and fulfilling connections with others?
My therapeutic style is is rooted in a relational and psychodynamic perspective. Through empathy and radical acceptance, I strive to reduce shame and boost your self-esteem by normalizing your experiences and maintaining hope and confidence in your progress until you can see and believe it for yourself.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they can’t quite name—repeating old dynamics in love, work, or self-image. I help individuals and couples slow down and make sense of these experiences, uncovering what lies beneath familiar struggles. My work focuses on developing meaningful and lasting insight to one's suffering, with specialties in eating disorders, addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Through a grounded, rigorous, and collaborative approach, we will invite reflection and lasting change.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they can’t quite name—repeating old dynamics in love, work, or self-image. I help individuals and couples slow down and make sense of these experiences, uncovering what lies beneath familiar struggles. My work focuses on developing meaningful and lasting insight to one's suffering, with specialties in eating disorders, addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Through a grounded, rigorous, and collaborative approach, we will invite reflection and lasting change.
I work with creatives and professionals struggling to get out of their own way—feeling disconnected or stuck, navigating burnout, strained relationships, and an undercurrent of anxiety. Many are balancing ambition with exhaustion—struggling to stay grounded in a city that's both energizing and lonely. Together, we’ll slow things down and reconnect to what brought you to this city in the first place.
I work with creatives and professionals struggling to get out of their own way—feeling disconnected or stuck, navigating burnout, strained relationships, and an undercurrent of anxiety. Many are balancing ambition with exhaustion—struggling to stay grounded in a city that's both energizing and lonely. Together, we’ll slow things down and reconnect to what brought you to this city in the first place.
Therapy can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. I view therapy as an intentional and protected space to engage with oneself, cultivate understanding, and move toward growth. I value work that allows for reflection, curiosity, and learning how to tolerate the ambiguity around the challenges and joys we face during our lifetimes. My goal is to provide structure in moments that feel more chaotic, uncertain, or disconnected, as well as how to lean into moments of peace and joy. My approach incorporates training from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Therapy can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. I view therapy as an intentional and protected space to engage with oneself, cultivate understanding, and move toward growth. I value work that allows for reflection, curiosity, and learning how to tolerate the ambiguity around the challenges and joys we face during our lifetimes. My goal is to provide structure in moments that feel more chaotic, uncertain, or disconnected, as well as how to lean into moments of peace and joy. My approach incorporates training from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples who feel stuck in cycles they cannot seem to break, whether from trauma, anxiety, intimacy struggles, burnout, substance use, or inherited family patterns. They long for safety in their bodies, clarity in their relationships, and the freedom to live more authentically. Many are high-functioning yet exhausted, caught between past wounds and future hopes. What they want is lasting change: not just symptom relief, but deeper resilience, connection, and a sense of self that feels whole, grounded, and aligned with who they truly are.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples who feel stuck in cycles they cannot seem to break, whether from trauma, anxiety, intimacy struggles, burnout, substance use, or inherited family patterns. They long for safety in their bodies, clarity in their relationships, and the freedom to live more authentically. Many are high-functioning yet exhausted, caught between past wounds and future hopes. What they want is lasting change: not just symptom relief, but deeper resilience, connection, and a sense of self that feels whole, grounded, and aligned with who they truly are.
In-Person NYC Sessions & Teletherapy Worldwide! With 25 years of experience, John P. Carnesecchi, LCSW, CEAP has reinvented emotional wellness by uniting a full spectrum of emotional, behavioral health, and organizational/career services under one roof. The power of one. A philosophy and service delivery approach built on a simple premise: it takes a person to help a person. It's the way John enables people, to prosper and thrive. He has a direct, solution-focused, evidenced-based, humanistic, and interpersonal approach. It is a method that is progressive and integrates various psychotherapy modalities.
In-Person NYC Sessions & Teletherapy Worldwide! With 25 years of experience, John P. Carnesecchi, LCSW, CEAP has reinvented emotional wellness by uniting a full spectrum of emotional, behavioral health, and organizational/career services under one roof. The power of one. A philosophy and service delivery approach built on a simple premise: it takes a person to help a person. It's the way John enables people, to prosper and thrive. He has a direct, solution-focused, evidenced-based, humanistic, and interpersonal approach. It is a method that is progressive and integrates various psychotherapy modalities.
Manhattan Mindful Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Ready to build self-trust, break free from old patterns, and create more fulfilling relationships? We specialize in working with people navigating attachment wounds, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and the impacts of trauma. Our small, specialized practice is queer-affirming and trauma-focused, offering high-quality, personalized care. Whether you’re exploring your identity, feeling stuck in relational cycles, or seeking deeper emotional clarity, we honor the strength it takes to seek growth and are here to support you in not just surviving, but thriving.
Ready to build self-trust, break free from old patterns, and create more fulfilling relationships? We specialize in working with people navigating attachment wounds, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and the impacts of trauma. Our small, specialized practice is queer-affirming and trauma-focused, offering high-quality, personalized care. Whether you’re exploring your identity, feeling stuck in relational cycles, or seeking deeper emotional clarity, we honor the strength it takes to seek growth and are here to support you in not just surviving, but thriving.
Have you been wanting to make meaningful changes in your life but feel hesitant to start therapy? I know how courageous making this move is, and provide a relaxed, supportive atmosphere as you explore your emotional life. I partner with you to identify your goals for personal growth. Together we create a safe space for you to clarify patterns of behavior and thinking that may be bogging you down. We can look at repeated sources of disappointment or dissatisfaction so that you can grow away from them and into a more vibrant relation to yourself, others, and the world.
Have you been wanting to make meaningful changes in your life but feel hesitant to start therapy? I know how courageous making this move is, and provide a relaxed, supportive atmosphere as you explore your emotional life. I partner with you to identify your goals for personal growth. Together we create a safe space for you to clarify patterns of behavior and thinking that may be bogging you down. We can look at repeated sources of disappointment or dissatisfaction so that you can grow away from them and into a more vibrant relation to yourself, others, and the world.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
The Sexuality, Attachment, and Trauma Project
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MA, LMHC
New York, NY 10019
At The Sexuality, Attachment, and Trauma Project, we provide identity-affirming care for all communities. Our patients are people, not problems, and we work with each person differently. We treat a range of issues related to sexuality and gender. These include out-of-control sexual behavior, sometimes labeled sex addiction (although we’re not fans of labels). Patients also come to us for intimacy anxiety, sexual compulsivity, gender and orientation confusion, LGBTQ+ issues, and family trauma.
At The Sexuality, Attachment, and Trauma Project, we provide identity-affirming care for all communities. Our patients are people, not problems, and we work with each person differently. We treat a range of issues related to sexuality and gender. These include out-of-control sexual behavior, sometimes labeled sex addiction (although we’re not fans of labels). Patients also come to us for intimacy anxiety, sexual compulsivity, gender and orientation confusion, LGBTQ+ issues, and family trauma.
College and grad school is a notoriously challenging time. When you’re balancing school with life responsibilities, the pressure to succeed can leave you feeling burnt out and unsure where to turn. You might lie awake replaying conversations, procrastinate even when work feels urgent, or hide how overwhelmed you feel. The demands of school and relationships can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, or the sense that you’re falling behind while everyone else has it figured out. Beneath the stress is a hope for more balance and ease.
College and grad school is a notoriously challenging time. When you’re balancing school with life responsibilities, the pressure to succeed can leave you feeling burnt out and unsure where to turn. You might lie awake replaying conversations, procrastinate even when work feels urgent, or hide how overwhelmed you feel. The demands of school and relationships can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, or the sense that you’re falling behind while everyone else has it figured out. Beneath the stress is a hope for more balance and ease.
I believe that every individual is the expert on their own life, memories, and identities. As every person is unique, I prefer to utilize an integrative approach that caters to a client’s needs. I gravitate towards strengths-based, person-centered, and psychodynamic approaches in conjunction with mindfulness practices. I also pull techniques from internal family systems and gestalt therapy modalities.
I believe that every individual is the expert on their own life, memories, and identities. As every person is unique, I prefer to utilize an integrative approach that caters to a client’s needs. I gravitate towards strengths-based, person-centered, and psychodynamic approaches in conjunction with mindfulness practices. I also pull techniques from internal family systems and gestalt therapy modalities.
Welcome! If you’re queer, trans, nonbinary, questioning, neurodivergent, kinky, poly, or otherwise inclined to resist mainstream narratives of mental health and well-being, then I may be the right fit for you. Amidst a culture of relentless political persecution I offer an oasis of calm, compassion and creative self-reflection. I have over a decade of experience working as a body-neutral and LGBTQ+ affirming sex educator, as well as working with queer and trans youth of color. I take great pleasure in assisting others with dismantling internalized forms of oppression and critically reframing their experiences with radical self-love.
Welcome! If you’re queer, trans, nonbinary, questioning, neurodivergent, kinky, poly, or otherwise inclined to resist mainstream narratives of mental health and well-being, then I may be the right fit for you. Amidst a culture of relentless political persecution I offer an oasis of calm, compassion and creative self-reflection. I have over a decade of experience working as a body-neutral and LGBTQ+ affirming sex educator, as well as working with queer and trans youth of color. I take great pleasure in assisting others with dismantling internalized forms of oppression and critically reframing their experiences with radical self-love.
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Bisexual Therapists
What is bisexual-affirming therapy?
Bisexual-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client’s bisexual identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual’s orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of bisexual people. This support is especially important, as research shows that bisexual individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation compared to other groups. Bisexual-affirming therapy acknowledges that bisexual individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as invalidation, relationship challenges, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for bisexual partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship.
While not required, some clients prefer working with bisexual therapists who may bring personal insight to the therapeutic relationship. However, a non-bisexual therapist with strong training and a genuine commitment to affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who understands how identity impacts mental health and can create a space of trust and respect.
While not required, some clients prefer working with bisexual therapists who may bring personal insight to the therapeutic relationship. However, a non-bisexual therapist with strong training and a genuine commitment to affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who understands how identity impacts mental health and can create a space of trust and respect.
What can a bisexual therapist help with?
Bisexual-affirming therapists can provide support across a wide range of concerns relevant to bisexual individuals. Whether through personal or professional experience, they often have specialized knowledge in areas such as the coming out process, navigating stereotypes, and dealing with common stressors. Relationship support is another key area of focus, as bisexual clients may face unique challenge when dating or maintaining relationships across genders. Affirming therapists can also help clients build coping strategies for managing discrimination or stigma.
Additionally, many bisexual-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection. It's important to note that therapists provide can talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Additionally, many bisexual-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection. It's important to note that therapists provide can talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
How do I find a bisexual therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding bisexual-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit.
During initial consultations or early sessions, ask potential therapists about their specific training in bisexual-affirming care, their experience with LGBTQ+ clients, and their therapeutic approach to identity-related concerns. An effective bisexual-affirming therapist will demonstrate genuine understanding of bisexual experiences, including awareness of the unique challenges facing bisexual individuals. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.
During initial consultations or early sessions, ask potential therapists about their specific training in bisexual-affirming care, their experience with LGBTQ+ clients, and their therapeutic approach to identity-related concerns. An effective bisexual-affirming therapist will demonstrate genuine understanding of bisexual experiences, including awareness of the unique challenges facing bisexual individuals. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.